Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Ward Clerk

The closing date is 01 May 2026

Job summary

Ward Clerk Band 2

Full Time, 37.5 Hours Per Week, Permanent

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and hardworking Ward Clerk to join the team on The Stamford Unit, Ground floor.

Under the direction of the Unit Manager / Sisters you will help us to ensure that we provide an efficient service for our patients and relatives.

Previous experience is desirable and a full induction into the role will be given.

You are required to be professional, accurate, demonstrate computer skills and be confident when using the telephone.

Experience of working with the public is desirable and you will be happy to deal with people which could be patients, relatives and healthcare professionals on a daily basis.

****Please note that the successful candidate can do the Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship if they would like to once in role****

Main duties of the job

To register and receive patients arriving on the Unit for admission.The post holder acts as the first point of contact for all forms of communication for the Nurse in Charge of the ward and their team.To provide clerical support to the Stamford Unit.

About us

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children.Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.

We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:

  • Compassion
  • Accountability
  • Respect
  • Excellence

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+& Disabled people.

Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.

Details

Date posted

17 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year Per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

245-ADM2INT-04-26

Job locations

Stamford Unit - Ground floor

Darnton Road

Ashton-Under-lyne

OL6 9RW


Job description

Job responsibilities

The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached and can be downloaded.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached and can be downloaded.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE English or equivalent
  • Computer skills

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of word processing/databases
  • Experience of working directly with the public/reception duties

Desirable

  • Previous hospital experience

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Good telephone skills
  • Good written/verbal communication
  • Organisational skills
  • Able to work as part of team
  • Able to work on own initiative
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of IT
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Able to prioritise work
  • Knowledge of hospital systems Awareness and
  • Understanding of importance of confidentiality
  • Accuracy Caring/supportive attitude
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE English or equivalent
  • Computer skills

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of word processing/databases
  • Experience of working directly with the public/reception duties

Desirable

  • Previous hospital experience

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Good telephone skills
  • Good written/verbal communication
  • Organisational skills
  • Able to work as part of team
  • Able to work on own initiative
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of IT
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Able to prioritise work
  • Knowledge of hospital systems Awareness and
  • Understanding of importance of confidentiality
  • Accuracy Caring/supportive attitude

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Stamford Unit - Ground floor

Darnton Road

Ashton-Under-lyne

OL6 9RW


Employer's website

https://www.tamesidehospital.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Stamford Unit - Ground floor

Darnton Road

Ashton-Under-lyne

OL6 9RW


Employer's website

https://www.tamesidehospital.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Unit Manager

Karen Schofield

karen1.schofield@tgh.nhs.uk

01619225315

Details

Date posted

17 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year Per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

245-ADM2INT-04-26

Job locations

Stamford Unit - Ground floor

Darnton Road

Ashton-Under-lyne

OL6 9RW


Supporting documents

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